I’ve cried a thousand tears and there’s a million more to come.
Almost a fortnight ago, Dozer was hospitalised at SASH with a double lung infection (pneumonia). If he was a spritely young chap, it probably wouldn’t be a big deal. But he’s 13.9 years old, with other medical conditions, and with that comes the reality that is the circle of life.
The initial prognosis was dire, and he went downhill worryingly fast. But my boy is a fighter. Against all odds, he improved, his lungs showed some healing and his vitals were strong. He worked hard on physical rehab and was even discharged on the weekend ………
…….only to be back in ICU a mere 2 hours later with complications. Discharged again….then back in ICU again 10 hours later.
We’re in the final chapter of Life of Dozer and we all know how the story will end. But before we get to the final page, it is my greatest hope that Dozer can come home in good enough condition to have some time to do the things he loves the most – spending time with his favourite people, scavenging around the table, playing with friends at the beach.
And being by my side, 24/7. All the neck rubs in the world. All the hugs, all the kisses, all the pats.
So for the next little while, I will be taking time away from work. JB and my brother Goh are taking charge of both RTE and RTM (our food bank). JB is going to start sharing new recipes and bring some much needed cheer to this website. Hopefully one a week, if he can manage it with the extra business operations responsibilities he’s taken on. He’s been dropping off recipe samples to me at ICU, which I appreciate greatly, even if eating French delicacies next to beeping machines feels slightly surreal.
I can’t promise to share Dozer updates on all his recipes – to be frank, it depends how Dozer is going – but you’ll see some interesting insights into how JB and I work together on recipes remotely. 🙂
Thank you for all the years of love you’ve shown Dozer, for sharing your own fur baby stories, and for making him feel so deeply adored far beyond our little world. I hope to be able to share some more light hearted Life of Dozer tales for the next little while.
Love – Nagi x
Life of Dozer
In honour of the joy Dozer has brought to this website over the years, I can’t finish this post without bringing some cheer to the Life of Dozer section. 🙂 Here he is eating an ice pop – literally just plain ice. It’s his absolute favourite treat these days! Funny how much the bar drops when you’re in hospital, gourmet expectations reduced to frozen tap water and he’s living his best life. ❤️
Typing with tears. You are the best Mum a doggy could have Nagi. Sending big hugs xx
So so sorry to hear about Dozer. Having been through a similar experience ( and outcome😔) I completely understand how you are feeling. He has had THE best life ever and we’ve enjoyed seeing, hearing and bring part of it all.
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sending big love and hugs to you and Dozer
Dear Nagi – thank you for sharing this update. Dozer remains a beautiful beautiful boy. 💛
We farewelled our beautiful old goldie last February. On her last day we bought her home from hospital, she had a burger and soft serve (never tried them before and even though she couldn’t stand she loved them), she had pats from friends and then the vet came and helped us give her a gentle goodbye.
It was the toughest thing and I’m crying writing this, but it was her time and she went knowing how loved she was.
Good wishes and love to you, Dozer and your tribe for this next toughest part. xx
Sending so much love to you and Dozer. Soak up all the snuggles and love that you can. I hope the transition is peaceful and painless and that you get to take your boy home one last time. Love Danni and her Golden girl Sunny.
Thinking of you at this time 😎
Thinking of you
I am so sorry reading this. Dozer has become part of us & is very cherished. Such a beautiful & brave boy ❤️ I hope you manage to enjoy time with him, those extra special hugs. Will be thinking of you all xxx
Never the right words. We also took 2 labs to SASH. They’re wonderful but nothing makes up for the loss of a family member. I feel your sadness & pain.
So sorry to hear about Dozera you’ve given him a wonderful life, Nagi.
Thinking of you both. Feel like Dozer has been a part of my family and always looked forward to the next “life of Dozer’ post. Much love to you both
I’m sending you all the emotional support I have. Reading this after following you both for all those years brang tears to my eyes even if I’m at work in the office. I may be the only IT guy with moist eyes in front of his screen this morning but damn… I really hope the best for Dozer, or at least, that he won’t suffer at all. Big hugs to him ♥
Hi Nägi
My heart goes out to you and Dozer
Was the same with my Benny
Best wishes
Hans
Love to you both Nagi, so sad for you xx
Sending you both big warm hugs & loads of love. Dozer is loved worldwide and we thank you for sharing his life with us all
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Blessings to you both xx
I love that you have shared your baby with us through good and bad times.
He will be missed by us all
Love to you Nagi xx
Oh my what an honour and heartbreak to have shared his story. My heart goes out to you, tears as I type this. May your last days together be full of fun and memories made. You are both in so many hearts much love, healing and blessings xxx
It is with a heavy heart that I learn the news of Dozer. Throughout the long years of cooking your recipes Nagi, I also loved reading about Dozer. As a food and dog lover you are a perfect match. Thinking of you both with sadness.